Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The average high-temperature during August registers at a still warm 81.9°F (27.7°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. During August, Canton observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Long-standing exposure and activity could induce a feeling of tiredness and lead to heat cramps.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Canton is 80%.Rainfall
In Canton, during August, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98 rainfall days, and 8.86" (225mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Canton, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:33 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.9h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Canton, IL
- Average high temperature in August: 81.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Canton, IL
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Canton, IL
- Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Canton, IL
- Average humidity in August: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Canton, IL
- Average rainfall in August: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.35").
Average rainfall days in August
Canton, IL
- Average rainfall days in August: 9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Canton, IL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Canton, IL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Canton, IL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Canton, IL
- Average sunshine days in August: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Canton, IL
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Canton, IL
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Canton, IL
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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